Donovan joined MAF International in September 2025 after serving as CEO of MAF UK. He has extensive leadership experience from senior roles in international Christian organisations, including National Director of YWAM, nineteen years with Mercy Ships, where he was Ship Director and CEO, and Chief Strategy Officer at Hope for Justice. Focused on organisational strategy and architecture, he has led complex change initiatives across federated and international structures emphasising unity, innovation, and impact. Guided by Micah 6:8, Donovan aims to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God in his leadership, reflecting these values and attributes through service worldwide. 

Norman joined MAF International as the Chief Operations Officer in July 2020 with more than 25 years of international aviation experience. He previously served with Airbus as Senior Vice President, Digital Solutions, and with GE Aviation most recently as President and CEO for the Business & General Aviation turboprops engine business. Prior to GE, Norman was with Cessna Aircraft Company where he most recently led the Citation CJ4 program from concept to delivery. Norman is a licensed commercial pilot with type ratings, instructor pilot, and maintenance engineer.

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Bill has 30 years of experience in not-for-profit governance and management in Africa, Europe and Asia Pacific. A former aviation lawyer and commercial aeroplane and helicopter pilot, Bill holds theological qualifications and a Masters in International and Community Development. As International Development Director, Bill is currently responsible for the development of MAF’s Asian resourcing capacity and institutional funding, and is Head of Legal Services.

Carel joined MAF International as Chief Human Resource Officer in April 2022. Following a successful corporate career in HR, Carel transitioned to work in the not-for-profit world. He previously held senior positions in several NGOs, including the Salvation Army in Australia. Carel holds a Masters of Human Resource Management, as well as a Diploma in Labour Law.

In July 2023, Douglas Ring assumed the role of Chief Information Officer at MAF International. He brings with him an impressive career spanning over three decades, deeply rooted in telecom systems, networking, internet and IT. His journey within telecom company, AT&T, encompassed diverse roles, each marked by significant business and technology contributions. He is known for his innovative approach to problem solving and a focus on using automation as a force multiplier. Douglas earned an MBA from the University of Texas, Dallas, a BBM from LeTourneau University, and a Cyber Security Certificate from Champlain College. Douglas's expertise in technology aligns seamlessly with MAF's mission to serve isolated communities. His passion for mission has grown over the years, leading him to become a MAF US Advocate in 2021 and then to use his gifts serving in MAF International.

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